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Martyrdom of Saint Philomena
According to tradition, Saint Philomena, a young Greek princess, was martyred in Rome on this date. She was venerated as a virgin martyr, and her remains were discovered in 1802 in the Catacombs of Priscilla.
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1253
Death of Clare of Assisi
Clare of Assisi, founder of the Poor Clares, died on this day. She was a follower of Francis of Assisi and was canonized in 1255.
1492
Election of Pope Alexander VI
Rodrigo Borgia was elected Pope on this date, taking the name Alexander VI. His papacy was marked by political intrigue and the patronage of Renaissance arts.
1563
Closing of the Council of Trent
The Council of Trent, which had been convened to address the Protestant Reformation, held its final session on this date. It defined Catholic doctrine on scripture, tradition, and the sacraments.
1860
Birth of James Henry Darlington
James Henry Darlington, an American Episcopal bishop, was born on this day. He served as Bishop of Harrisburg and was known for his ecumenical efforts.
1905
Birth of Ernest Angley
Ernest Angley, an American Pentecostal evangelist and author, was born on this day. He founded the Grace Cathedral in Akron, Ohio, and hosted a long-running television ministry.
1954
Founding of the Church of Satan
Although formally established in 1966, Anton LaVey began developing the philosophy of the Church of Satan on this date in 1954. It is a nontheistic religion that emphasizes individualism and self-indulgence.
1984
Beatification of John Henry Newman
Pope John Paul II beatified Cardinal John Henry Newman on this date. Newman was a prominent Anglican convert to Catholicism and a theologian.